{"product_id":"false-aralia-variegated","title":"False Aralia Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003eMost tropicals go for glossy and green. The Variegated False Aralia goes for drama. \u003cem\u003ePlerandra elegantissima\u003c\/em\u003e is a lacy, tree-like plant native to New Caledonia with narrow, deeply serrated leaflets that fan out like a series of dark, elegant fingers — and the variegated form takes it further, weaving creamy white and pale green through each leaf in a pattern that looks almost hand-painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants are dense and upright; as they mature, they open into something more architectural. Give yours a consistent home with good light and it'll reward you with steady growth and increasingly striking foliage — a true slow-burn collector's plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare snapshot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light — essential for keeping the variegation vivid. A well-lit spot away from direct sun is the sweet spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top inch of soil dry between waterings. It dislikes soggy roots, so a well-draining tropical mix makes a real difference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — it thrives on consistency. Avoid unnecessary moves and cold drafts and it'll settle right in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs, and horses by the ASPCA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat you'll receive\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are living things, so the Variegated False Aralia you receive will have its own character — exact variegation pattern, leaf count, and form may vary slightly from the photo. That's what makes each one unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDramatic foliage, genuine collector appeal, and care that's very manageable once you find its rhythm. Give this one a home and watch it become the most interesting thing in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"upwegrow","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":47924942569623,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/9654\/3127\/files\/FullSizeRender_005bfd89-4279-4bd0-902f-78b692f83a1e.jpg?v=1783296663","url":"https:\/\/upwegrowtropicals.com\/products\/false-aralia-variegated","provider":"upwegrow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}